September 22, 2020
TMS has been gaining a lot of attention for its ability to relieve depressive symptoms for people with treatment-resistant depression, and for its potential to treat patients with other conditions like anxiety and PTSD. TMS uses magnetic pulses to stimulate the brain to relieve depressive symptoms. As with any new…
August 29, 2020
Many people who struggle with thoughts of suicide are afraid to tell a healthcare provider because they’re worried they’ll immediately be involuntarily committed to a psychiatric facility. This is not the case. Suicidal ideation is a symptom of a mental health disorder, and just like any other symptom, it’s important…
July 27, 2020
Fatigue is one of the most common symptoms of depression, affecting up to 90% of people diagnosed with depression, and can be one of the primary reasons depressed patients seek help. (1,2) But why does depression make you so tired? Depression Affects Neurotransmitters That Regulate Sleep Depression is a complex…
As of Monday, July 13, we’ve reopened our doors and are thrilled to offer TMS again. We’re now accepting new patients, as well as new appointments for existing patients. Please call us at (212) 731-2033 or contact us online to make an appointment. Our COVID-19 Safety Precautions Our #1 priority…
July 5, 2020
A partner’s support plays an important role in depression treatment. If your partner struggles with depression, here are some ways you can support them. Learn About Depression One of the best ways to support a partner with depression is to learn about the condition. When you’re able to identify signs…
Getting exercise and getting out of the house are important ways to maintain good physical and mental health, especially after months of stay-at-home orders. Research tells us that spending time outside has a wide-range of positive effects on our health—being in green spaces can help lower the risk of high…
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May 24, 2020
A telemedicine appointment is a visit with your doctor that takes place over a video call rather than in the office. During a telemedicine appointment with a psychiatrist, you and your doctor can accomplish almost anything that you normally would accomplish during an in-office visit. Telemedicine is providing a much-needed…
April 27, 2020
Although social distancing measures and shelter-in-place orders are an important step in preventing the spread of COVID-19, being isolated can negatively affect our mental health. This is especially true for people who suffer from depression. Here are some tips on how to maintain good mental health when you have depression…
April 2, 2020
Antidepressants are well-known to affect sleep quality. (1) So it’s natural for patients to wonder if TMS, an alternative depression treatment, can also cause insomnia or sleep disruption. The answer is not usually. In fact, TMS may actually improve sleep. The Relationship Between Depression and Insomnia Depression and insomnia have…
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